2024-04-26 17:58
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2024-04-09 17:39
As insurance agents, we understand that navigating carrier complaints is an inevitable part of our profession, particularly in the Medicare industry. It&rsqu… Read More
2024-03-21 09:00
At National Contracting Center, we are dedicated to your success in the ever-evolving world of Medicare, we understand the challenges you face in ensuring co… Read More
2024-03-20 15:12
Navigating Medicaid Verification Challenges During the Change Healthcare Outage
In our line of work, challenges can arise unexpectedly, a… Read More
2024-03-08 20:15
As we countdown the final two weeks of the Open Enrollment Period (OEP), let’s gear up with some strategies to keep those Medicare sales rolling all ye… Read More
2024-02-03 02:45
In the dynamic landscape of the healthcare industry, Medicare agents play a crucial role in connecting individuals with the right plans. B2B networking and h… Read More
2024-02-02 21:07
In the dynamic world of Medicare, agents often face a crucial decision: whether to focus on rolling their book of business or to dedicate efforts to acqu… Read More
2024-01-09 20:45
The Medicare experts at NCC are dedicated to empowering both seasoned agents and newcomers to the industry. Our commitment to exceptional training, unwa… Read More
2023-10-04 17:19
Congratulations, you’ve successfully navigated the maze of Medicare options and helped your clients make informed decisions about their healthcare… Read More
2023-09-19 18:27
As a Medicare agent, you understand the importance of being well-prepared for your client appointments. These appointments can be pivotal moments in hel… Read More
2023-09-13 20:39
In the ever-evolving world of healthcare insurance, Medicare agents find themselves at the forefront of helping seniors navigate their Medicare choices… Read More
2023-09-06 08:53
In today’s digital age, the way we handle paperwork and applications has evolved drastically. The world of Medicare applications and enrollment is… Read More
2023-08-16 08:23
NCC’s agents are thriving right now! Medicare Agent Sales are up an average of 17% per agent and growing. We’re seeing increases in sales fo… Read More
2023-08-01 17:41
AEP is just around the corner; this is your time to prepare. For some of you, in the past, this looked like securing your Walmart Medicare AEP locations… Read More
2023-07-20 13:51
If you talk to some of the most successful Medicare agents, you’ll find that most if not all of them host regular educational seminars. That&rsquo… Read More
2023-06-27 18:27
What to Expect When Taking AHIP 2024
It’s that time of year again where we take AHIP and update you on what… Read More
2023-06-21 19:52
Earlier this year, CMS announced a new final rule “Star Ratings, marketing and communications, health equity, provider directories, coverage crite… Read More
2023-06-06 17:16
It’s that time of year again when all of us at NCC start helping you prepare for Annual Enrollment Period (AEP). This means game planning your lea… Read More
2023-05-16 13:02
5 Ways You Can Prepare for AEP Now
As a Medicare agent, Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) is often a busy and stressful time, but it&rs… Read More
2023-01-25 16:00
In most cases, Medicare enrollment is restricted to specific times of year and dates surrounding the beneficiary’s 65th birthda… Read More
2023-01-18 19:40
An FMO is more than just contracting, at least the good ones are. Here at NCC our goal is to be the best FMO possible. That’s w… Read More
2022-11-16 17:52
2022 was another eventful year in the Medicare Sales industry. Agents, faced with new regulations and stricter requirements, spent the year adapting and… Read More
2022-11-02 14:25
Our monthly agent Town Halls are a great way to network with fellow agents online, but they’re also informative events. Our team puts together tim… Read More
2022-10-04 18:29
Saturday, October 15 marks the beginning of AEP, when you can begin selling Medicare for Plan Year 2023.These next two weeks are critical. While you can… Read More
2022-08-09 16:46
AEP is quickly approaching. Currently, many agents are focused on building or adding to their Medicare Advantage book of business by purchasing leads or… Read More
2022-08-03 17:05
AEP is coming soon, and if Medicare events are part of your marketing approach – and they should be – then now is the time to start planning… Read More
2022-07-25 19:12
Start the Conversation About Ancillaries
Selling ancillary products can be a touchy subject to some agents. You entered the Medicare… Read More
2022-07-20 17:04
Want to make the most of your leads this AEP? Then the time to order them is now. July is nearly over, and you’ll need to be ready to mail your le… Read More
2022-07-06 18:01
First Looks for Plan Year 2023 have started rolling in. They arrive to fanfare and excitement every year, with announcements of big expansions, popular… Read More
2022-06-22 17:51
Get a discount on AHIP! Click here for $50 off the cost of your test.AHIP 2023 has launched, and certification season is in full swing. This year, as in… Read More
2022-06-08 17:23
AHIP is Less Than a Month Away
June 20, 2022 will mark the beginning of AHIP and carrier certifications for 2023. With just a few we… Read More
2022-04-26 13:41
With so many competitive Medicare Supplement and Medicare Advantage products in the market, some agents find it difficult to choose the right products t… Read More
2022-01-31 19:49
National Contracting Center encourages its agents to support the older population in their communities. Each quarter we will feature nonprofit volunteer… Read More
2022-01-13 14:34
It’s the start of a new year and with it comes a new season of Medicare Advantage OEP. From now until March 31, individuals enrolled in a… Read More
2021-12-10 17:26
In business, a post-mortem generally refers to a meeting held at the end of a project. As a Medicare agent, your most significant project each year… Read More
2021-11-16 18:52
We thought we saw a lot of changes in the Medicare sales landscape in 2020, but that turned out to only be a warmup for 2021. Before we get into the… Read More
2021-11-02 16:22
If you search the internet for tips on marketing to seniors these days, you’re probably going to get some bad advice. The current information… Read More
2021-10-15 15:40
Get ideas here for volunteering in your community and share your volunteer work on your social media pages. Sharing nonprofit content is anothe… Read More
2021-10-12 21:09
You’ve done it. You’ve committed to working a table at the upcoming chamber of commerce business association event to help push AEP goal… Read More
2021-09-28 16:26
AEP starts in just a couple of weeks, and while you can’t start selling policies until October 15, you can and absolutely should start marketi… Read More
2021-09-21 13:26
It has never been easier for agents to create professional-looking collateral pieces to market their business. With digital tools like Canva, agents… Read More
2021-09-07 18:20
When we surveyed agents after last year’s AEP, many weren’t feeling great about how the past few months had gone. The pandemic had broug… Read More
2021-03-30 14:55
National Contracting Center encourages its agents to support the older population in their communities. Each quarter… Read More
2021-03-17 17:28
There’s no denying the pandemic changed the face of Medicare Sales. There’s also no denying that you can’… Read More
2021-03-08 18:02
“If you want to retire on your renewals, you can’t do it selling life insurance. You have to sell Medicare.&rdq… Read More
2021-02-24 18:02
D-SNPs, or Dual Special Needs Plans, offer coverage for low-income beneficiaries who are eligible for Medicaid and Medicare… Read More
2021-02-24 16:29
If you haven’t thought about compliance, put it on your radar. NCC’s agents don’t typically get complaint… Read More
2021-02-03 19:26
Did you know that, on average, losing and replacing an employee will cost you 33% of that employee’s annual salary? I… Read More
2021-01-20 20:17
National Contracting Center encourages its agents to support the older population in their communities. Each quarter… Read More
2020-12-16 21:34
Over 100 agents have responded to our survey so far, and we’re seeing some interesting trends… Read More
2020-11-30 16:07
We’ve got 6 days left in AEP. How are you feeling? Are you ready to finish strong? Are you feeling a little overwhelm… Read More
2020-11-11 18:01
We’ve Crossed the Halfway Point of AEP. Are You Halfway to Your Sales Goals?We’re just past the halfway point t… Read More
2020-10-28 19:55
AEP: What We’ve Seen So FarWe’re a couple of weeks into AEP now, and – as expected – this year has… Read More
2020-10-13 19:34
AEP starts tomorrow, but we don’t need to tell you that. If you’re like most Medicare agents, you’re alre… Read More
2020-09-29 20:11
AEP is hectic, and mistakes can be costly to both you and your clients. Make this your best AEP yet by anticipating and avo… Read More
2020-09-23 19:29
AEP is almost here. By now, you’ve purchased your leads and business reply cards for plan year 2021. While you wait f… Read More
2020-09-16 20:02
While once it might have been optional, in the modern world, insurance agents need a website to take full advantage of thei… Read More
2020-08-24 20:10
Local Medicare marketing involves its share of pounding the pavement in your community, but you can support your offline marketing throug… Read More
2020-08-20 15:35
NCC is excited to share a new, free enrollment platform for Medicare Advantage and PDP plans: Enrollment Central. Whether you’re me… Read More
2020-08-13 14:46
AEP begins exactly 9 weeks* from today. Step 1 to getting ready for the busiest time of the year is to knock out your AHIP and carrier ex… Read More
2020-07-24 18:31
National Contracting Center wants to encourage our agents to support the senior population in your communities. Each month we will feat… Read More
2020-06-25 20:44
The Core Modules
Like years past, AHIP 2021 consists of 5 core modules, ranging from Medicare program basics to marketing and enrollment guidance for Medicare Advantage and Part D plans… Read More
2020-06-18 16:41
2021 AEP is approaching quickly. Are you prepared?Just like always, there be new product information to learn and new training to complet… Read More
2020-06-04 13:43
CMS just released 2021 commission rates for Medicare Advantage and PDP plans. We are very excited to see a nearly 6% increase over 2020 rates.
Now is the perfect time to start selling med… Read More
2020-05-14 15:34
Attention Agents:
The COVID-19 pandemic has, no doubt, changed the way you sell insurance, but are you taking full advantage of the opportunities now open to you? Call Centers are. H… Read More
2020-05-08 19:34
You’ve read all the materials, completed training from carriers on remote and telephonic sales, and you’re ready to start selling in a COVID-19 world, but do your prospects know… Read More
2020-05-06 19:29
Yesterday, May 5, 2020, CMS announced a Special Election Period for all 50 states and the District of Columbia available March 1 through… Read More
2020-04-29 16:11
Over the last few weeks, we have seen that many agents are not sure how to grow their business without meeting as many people face-to-face. To keep things as simple as possible, we want to s… Read More
2020-04-27 16:00
As a Medicare agent, you already know how to adapt, but technology can make maneuvering the changing landscape of the industry a little e… Read More
2020-04-14 20:07
If you’re like most of the agents we talk to every day, you’ve been spending recent weeks learning new methods for enrolling… Read More
2020-04-07 17:06
The COVID-19 pandemic has unquestionably changed the way Medicare agents do business. Some of those changes have impacted selling methods… Read More
2020-03-18 15:35
As the country practices social distancing to combat the current COVID-19 outbreak, insurance carriers are providing COVID-19 resour… Read More
2020-02-05 21:29
Cigna has announced its new Express Quote tool, which allows agents to quickly and easily get quotes on-the-go for any Cigna products.
From Cigna: “This mobile tool gives you access… Read More
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